Motivation is less fragile than people think. More often, what causes it to fail is the result of years of gradual erosion caused by a very specific habit.

Anyone in a leadership position knows the challenges of managing a diverse group of personalities. However, it’s just as important to understand your mental models — or what motivates you. Emotionally ...

Extrinsic motivation uses rewards or incentives — like praise, fame, or money —as motivation for specific activities. It is based on external factors and may be less effective long-term than intrinsic ...

The technology of selling is, of course, all about communication. The cell phones, blackberries, email, websites and various tools used in the day-to-day work life are communications tools. Similarly, ...

Extrinsic motivation is motivation that come from outside oneself. Examples include doing something for financial gain, promotion, praise or approval, or to win a competition. Depending on the ...